Synopses & Reviews
A unique collection of entertaining trivia and essential wisdom, The Book of Beer Knowledge is a perfect gift for beer lovers everywhere. More than 200 entries cover everything from fictional "celebrity landlords" of soap opera bars to the harsh facts detailing the world's biggest brewers, from bizarre beer names to the serious subject of fermentation, and from the weighty associations of beer in literature to the populist world of Homer Simpson and his drinking companions. If you need to know the nutritional merits of beer, or who produces and consumes it most; where to find the world's major beer festivals or uncover unusual and fascinating facts such as the meaning of sahti and kvass, then look no further.
Synopsis
A treasure trove of facts, lists, records, anecdotes, and seriously useful tidbits for beer amateurs and aficionados A unique collection of entertaining trivia and essential wisdom, this all-inclusive guide details everything from the "celebrity landlords" of bars featured in television shows to the harsh facts behind the biggest international breweries. Find out about famous literary watering holes, award-winning British pubs, who's who in the Cheers TV bar, and the essential qualities of real ale. With more than 200 entries allowing readers to enjoy the world of the brewski from their armchairs, this is the perfect gift for beer lovers everywhere.
About the Author
Jeff Evans was the editor of the annual Good Beer Guide. He is the author of A Beer a Day and Good Bottled Beer Guide.